The short answer is that “Cultural translation training” is a significant piece of a larger puzzle.

The long answer:

To the extent it addresses the question “How can we build bridges across our differences and work together for a common good (in our relationships, our organizations, our societies, or our world)?”, cultural translation (a communication skill set) provides tools for building those kinds of bridges.

In this way, cultural translation training is one piece of a larger puzzle whose overarching goal is to reduce contempt and polarization, increase empathy and cooperation, and foster positive change in the face of differences.

Consequently, cultural translation training is designed to contribute to, but not replace, other pieces of the puzzle with compatible goals.

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